History is first and foremost about people, the forces that shaped their lives and the ways in which they changed their societies. Studying history makes us aware that our world today took on its current appearance less by chance than as a result of specific developments and decisions taken in the past.
The BA History is a four-year degree that offers you choice and flexibility in what and how you study:
Students have a choice of three Learning Pathways to follow for their degree.
They can study History with a second Arts subject for their degree (joint honours) OR combine their study of History with two other subjects (minors) that complement History.
Subjects available as minors include Journalism and Global Media, Sociological and Political Studies, Economics, Philosophy, French, German and Italian.
In year three, students will have the opportunity to complete work placements, study abroad programmes and/or a major History research project, before returning to their final year of study.
Career Opportunities
Tailored Pathways for Study and Career
The BA History is a unique programme taught by leading experts in History and offers students choice and flexibility in what and how they study.
The pathways enable students to combine their study of History with complementary subjects, so that they will gain a range of knowledge as well as valuable skills for careers in international development, the diplomatic and civil service, NGOs, journalism, publishing, marketing and media, the heritage industry, and education.
The Third Year: Study Abroad, Placements and Special Studies
In the third year of the programme, most students will spend a semester studying abroad at an international university, on a work placement relevant to their pathway (for example, an archive, heritage centre, NGO or media company), and/or completing a major History Research Project.
The university has international links with European universities where students can study History and their other subject(s). Adjusting to life in another country and its university system is a formative experience and students will gain skills that are desirable for many employment areas. They will be able to show independence and maturity, and to provide evidence of commitment and adaptability to future employers.
